Nurse RN (PRN)

About the role

Registered Nurse (RN) position in an inpatient behavioral healthcare setting, focusing on clients with substance use disorders and mental health concerns.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care based on physician orders and standards
• Conduct assessments, reassessments, and maintain clinical documentation
• Administer medications, monitor effects, and educate clients and families
• Manage withdrawal protocols using tools like CIWA and COWS
• Coordinate with medical team for assessments, treatment planning, and updates
• Offer clinical guidance to LPN team members
• Maintain medications, equipment, and supplies per regulations
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to ensure quality care and positive outcomes
• Maintain confidentiality and complete required training and documentation

Qualifications

• Current RN license in Virginia
• CPR, AED, and First Aid certifications

Skills

• Strong assessment and communication skills
• Compassionate, dependable, team‑oriented approach
• Interest or experience in behavioral health or addiction recovery (a plus)

Benefits

Unique inpatient setting with minimal physical demands, no ADL assistance, catheters, IVs, blood draws, or heavy lifting. Focus on clinical assessment, medication management, withdrawal monitoring, and client education. Opportunities to provide guidance to LPNs. Emphasis on integrity, dedication, collaboration, and passion. Offers professional development, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits.